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Setting the Foundation

Intermediate II
(57 Reviews)
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In this practice with Rachel, we will set the foundation for developing a safe and effective inversion practice. This class targets key areas of the body for inversions: wrists, shoulders, hips, core, and hamstrings. Note: You will need a wall to do the practice.

This can either be done as a stand-alone class, as Day 1 of Rachel's 7-Day Inversion Challenge or as Day 5 of the Daily Dose 30-Day Intermediate Yoga Challenge.

Equipment

  • Block

Focus

  • Whole Body
  • Strength
  • Core Strength
  • Inversions
  • Neck/Shoulders
  • Arms/Hands

Style

  • Vinyasa/Power Yoga
GlassBeach
February 15, 2021
Comment:

Oh I didn’t like that! Hardest class ever. When I extend arms out with a block and plug shoulders back, pinky working in, I can’t raise my arms at all. Something is “in the way.” And yes very weak. What if I extend out a tad? Then lose some integrity of plugging shoulders in? I’ll play with that more. Same with the block, working thighs in and back with the tilt of tailbone causes some shaky grief. Ha. But, also I sense a bit of a “cure” and healing for lower back pain! Great class, it’s such an emotional challenge to face weakness and discomfort! Love it. Ty.

Comment Replies

Rachel Scott
February 17, 2021
Comment:

It's SOOO hard! You're not alone. Hold a strap between your hands and take your arms wider...sometimes we can get shoulder impingement going straight up if things are tight in there!

lesslittle
February 15, 2021
Comment:

The best teacher ever! Your cues are perfect! Thank you! Cant wait for the rest of the challenge!

Comment Replies

Rachel Scott
February 15, 2021
Comment:

HA! That brightened my morning!! So glad to have you in the challenge :)

miriam_cisternas
February 14, 2021
Comment:

Whether I actually ever make it to inversions or not, I will happily repeat this class many many times. Thank you Rachel!

sng4ever
February 14, 2021
Comment:

Great tutorial practice with CLEAR cues. Rachel is so wonderful at explaining placement of hands and feet. She is a gem!

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